Trickery
/ˈtrɪk.ə.ri/
Definitions
- (n.) The use of deceit or cunning tactics to mislead or manipulate, often relevant in contract law or torts concerning fraud or misrepresentation.
The plaintiff alleged trickery by the defendant in inducing the contract.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, trickery usually implies intentional deception to gain unfair advantage; carefully distinguish from mere negligence or mistake.
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